Passiflora incarnata

maypop

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Taxonomy

Common Names

maypoppurple passionflowerwild apricotwild passion vine

Context

nativeRegion

Southeastern United States

usdaZones

6–10

companionPlants

Lonicera sempervirens, Clematis spp., Rudbeckia, Solidago

culturalUses

Traditional herbal medicine (sedative and anxiolytic), edible fruit (maypop), ornamental horticulture.

Care

LightFull sun to partial shade; prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.

WateringModerately moist; water regularly during growing season, allowing topsoil to dry slightly between waterings.

SoilWell-draining, sandy or loamy soil with neutral to slightly acidic pH (6.1–7.5).

FertilizerApply balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring; avoid high-nitrogen feeds to encourage flowering.

HumidityTolerates average humidity; benefits from additional moisture in hot, dry climates.

TemperatureHardy in warm climates; tolerates brief frosts but prefers 15–30°C (59–86°F).

HabitDeciduous, climbing or trailing perennial vine.

Mature Size6–8 m (20–26 ft) in length, with rapid sprawling growth.

Growth RateFast-growing, particularly in warm and humid conditions.

BloomingShowy, fragrant flowers from late spring through early autumn.

DormancyWinter dormant in colder climates; dies back to the root in USDA zones 6–7.

MethodsSeed, Softwood cuttings, Root division

DifficultyModerate; seeds benefit from scarification and soaking.

Best SeasonSpring to early summer.

PruningPrune annually in late winter to control size and promote vigorous regrowth.

RepottingRepot young plants every 1–2 years; established vines can be left undisturbed.

Pests & DiseasesSusceptible to spider mites, aphids, whiteflies, and fungal diseases in wet conditions.

ToxicityNon-toxic to humans and pets; fruit is edible when ripe.

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